Category
Lifestyle
Assisted Choices
Trend cluster
Category
Automated
Pet
Rather than forego ownership, consumers turn to autonomous pet care.
5.3
Trend score
Trend
What is the Automated Pet trend?
Automated Pet: Consumers are busier than ever yet are constantly on the hunt for balance, which is being answered for pet ownership with automation equipment. This incorporation of traditionally time-heavy duties into convenience culture signifies consumer preference to rely more heavily on technology for lifestyle accommodation.
Trend themes
Themes within the Automated Pet trend
Three behaviours holding the trend together01
Automation of pet care
Technology is being used to replace traditionally time-consuming duties and signifies consumer preference to rely more heavily on technology for lifestyle accommodation.
02
Connected Pet Feeders
Smart feeding systems with Wi-Fi connectivity, cameras, voice messages and app controls introduce ultra-connected ways for pet owners to care for their pets.
03
Pet Monitoring Home Systems
Home systems that track pet behavior are being created to ensure the mental and physical health of pets.
Industry implications
What the Automated Pet trend means for industry
Where the trend changes the playbookFor
Smart Home Industry
Innovations in pet care have been enabled by home automation and the smart home industry and are creating opportunities for further growth and integration.
For
Pet Care Industry
The pet care industry has tremendous potential for growth with the emergence of new technologies, offering opportunities for major companies to embrace automation and come up with innovative solutions.
For
Wearable Tech Industry
There is a growing number of pet wearables and collectible data helping pet owners monitor the well-being of their pets, which presents a significant opportunity for companies in the wearable tech industry.
Trend signals
Trend signals for Automated Pet
Trend score 5.3 out of 10, from popularity 73%, activity 77%, freshness 8%.
Popularity73%
Activity77%
Freshness8%
Audience
50%Men
50%Women
- Gen Alpha (not a primary audience)
- Gen Z
- Millennial
- Gen X
- Boomer (not a primary audience)
Market
North America
Evidence
Examples of the Automated Pet trend
5 featured examples from Oct 28, 2015 to Nov 16, 2016CategoryLifestyle
Automated Pet Feeders
The Petnet SmartFeeder Allows You to Customize Feeding Time When Away
Disruptive innovation opportunity: Work on developing technologically advanced pet food products and delivery systems.
CategoryLifestyle
Pet-Monitoring Home Systems
Felcana Works to Ensure the Mental and Physical Health of Pets
Felcana's home system aligns with the pet technology industry, offering innovative solutions for monitoring pets' well-being.
CategoryLifestyle
Connected Cat Feeders
The 'Catspad' Device Keeps Cats Fed While Their Owners are Away
The pet care industry stands to benefit greatly from the rise of smart pet feeders, as companies can develop more innovative and advanced products that cater to the needs and dema…
CategoryLifestyle
Connected Pet Feeders
ALNpet's Smart Feeder Features a Microphone, Wi-Fi Connectivity and More
The ALNpet Feeder is a game-changer in the pet care industry, offering technological advancements for improved pet health and well-being.
CategoryLifestyle
Automated Pet Care Devices
The 'Feed and Go' Pet Food Dispenser Can Schedule Automatic Feedings
The 'Feed and Go' pet food dispenser taps into the smart home industry by integrating WiFi connectivity and smartphone control for pet owners.
